Medical Negligence
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On this day, 58 years ago, the first heart transplant took place. Since then, approximately 200 heart transplants are performed each year in the UK alone. On 3rd December 1967,...
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Our eyesight is precious. When something goes wrong with our vision, we rely on medical professionals to diagnose and treat the problem quickly and effectively. Sadly, mistakes can and do...
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Finding yourself in a caring role when a family member has been injured at the fault of another can be life-changing as it is. Finding that it impacts your ability...
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Heart conditions can develop quickly and have life-threatening consequences if not diagnosed and treated promptly. When signs of a serious cardiac issue are missed, misinterpreted, or when treatment is delayed,...
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The BBC has reported that the Society of Radiographers (SoR) has issued a warning about the risks posed by some private and high-street clinics that allow unqualified individuals to perform...
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Ali Masterson, Medical Negligence specialist at Ashtons Legal, has recently settled a case involving baby loss. Ali was instructed by AB in early 2024 to investigate a claim against Norfolk...
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9-15 October 2025 marks Baby Loss Awareness Week – a deeply meaningful time dedicated to honouring the babies who left us far too soon. This special week brings together families,...
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The Client Support and Rehabilitation Service (CSRS) is a complementary in-house service within the Injury Services Group at Ashtons Legal, which supports our clients and their families in guiding them...
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As claimant healthcare lawyers, we spend our working lives alongside families whose loved ones have been harmed by avoidable medical mistakes. Again and again, we see the same theme: warning...
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A response from Ashtons Legal, with Partner Natalie Cosgrove The Government has today announced 14 NHS Trusts that will be included in a new national maternity investigation, including three Trusts...
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Blood cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK, and more critically, the third biggest cancer killer, as many types are incurable. September marks Blood Cancer Awareness Month...
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NHS England released its NHS Trust performance league tables this month, with many patients all over the country checking to see where their local hospital lies. Ranking at the bottom...
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